Instructor Jobs in Sarasota, FL

A Fitness Instructor, also known as a Fitness Trainer, serves a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry through facilitating exercise routines and advising clients on health and nutrition. They design and lead fitness programs tailored to individual or group needs, ensuring proper exercise techniques, equipment use, and safety. Fitness instructors also motivate clients to achieve their fitness goals, provide feedback, and adjust fitness plans as needed. They may work in various settings such as gyms, fitness studios, or clients' homes. A fitness instructor should be physically fit, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a deep understanding of human anatomy and physiology.

A Fitness Instructor should ideally have a certification in personal training or a related field from a recognized organization like the American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), or International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). Some may even have specialized certifications for specific types of training, such as yoga or pilates. First aid and CPR certifications are also crucial for fitness trainers, as they may need to handle emergency situations during training sessions. Prior to becoming a Fitness Instructor, a person might work as an Exercise Instructor, Fitness Assistant, or even a Sports Coach, roles that provide valuable experience and knowledge in physical training and client interaction.

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Pickleball Instructor

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 day ago

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Specialty Program Instructor teaches the specialty class/program....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Executive/Wellness/Program Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Group Exercise Instructor will...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Parrish, FL (19 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Parrish, FL (19 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 7 days ago

The Group Exercise Instructor will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness....

Zumba Instructor

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 7 days ago

Crunch Fitness is currently looking to expand our team of Group Fitness Instructors with an instructor who specializes in Zumba....

HIIT Instructor

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 7 days ago

Group Exercise Instructors must be dependable and consistent in their class schedules....

Ballet Instructor

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Dance Instructor teaches the dance classes....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 29 days ago

and walking Group Exercise Instructors must have water aerobics experience as part of the fitness modality to teach Work Environment While performing the duties of this job the team member is regularly...

Travel Basketball Instructor Coach

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Specialty Program Instructor teaches the specialty class/program....

Dance Instructor

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Apply Job Type Part-time Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Specialty Program Instructor teaches the specialty class/program....

Swim Instructor

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: CPR for the Professional Rescuer/ First Aid/AED Certifications WSI and/or YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Sarasota, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.3%
Master's Degree
22.0%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Instructors in Sarasota, FL
Less than 1 year
66.7%
1-2 years
14.3%
None
9.5%
2-4 years
4.8%
4-6 years
4.8%


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